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Graham Platner

Mentioned in 35 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Episode Appearances

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jun 29, 2026

Nate Silver Predicts: Democrats Take the House, Newsom Is Fading & AOC Might Win It All in 2028

Maine Senate candidate Silver has criticized as unreliable; only 2 points ahead of Susan Collins in polling.

2026 U.S. Midterm Election Forecasting2028 Democratic Presidential Primary CandidatesAOC as 2028 Presidential Contender
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Morning Wire

Morning Wire · Jun 15, 2026

Evening Wire: Trump Warns the G7 & Africa’s Birth Tourism Network Exposed | 6.15.26

Facing scrutiny over resurfaced Reddit posts mocking teenager's suicide attempt and praising Hamas

U.S.-Iran Nuclear NegotiationsG7 Summit Trade DisputesBirth Tourism Fraud Networks
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The Matt Walsh Show

The Matt Walsh Show · Jun 15, 2026

Ep. 1796 - What Elon's Trillionaire Status Reveals About The Left's War On Success

Maine Senate nominee with Nazi tattoo; welfare recipient who posted 'Let's make sure he's also the last' trillionaire

Wealth taxation and wealth caps as policy proposalsGovernment contracts vs. corporate subsidies distinctionNational debt crisis and economic growth solutions
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The Michael Knowles Show

The Michael Knowles Show · Jun 15, 2026

Ep. 1994 - "Michelle Obama Is A MAN!" UFC Night Delivers As Iran Submits To Trump

Criticized for envious call to make Elon Musk 'the last' trillionaire

UFC Freedom 250 White House event and political symbolismIran nuclear deal and Middle East peace negotiationsTrump foreign policy restraint versus neoconservative regime change
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The NPR Politics Podcast

The NPR Politics Podcast · Jun 11, 2026

Primary voters reject the establishment and choose populism

Maine Democratic Senate nominee endorsed by Bernie Sanders, running on populist affordability message against establishment

Anti-establishment sentiment in primary electionsEconomic populism and affordability messagingCongressional redistricting and gerrymandering
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The Chris Plante Show

The Chris Plante Show · Jun 11, 2026

6-11-26 Hour 2 - Democrats are done taking the High Road

Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine running against Susan Collins; discussed extensively regarding campaign strategy and anti-establishment messaging

Maine Senate Race - Graham Platner CandidacyLoudoun County School Board Gender Policy ControversyCongressional Oversight of School District Leadership
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Red Eye Radio

Red Eye Radio · Jun 11, 2026

06-11-26 Part Two - FIFA, Rush & Platner

Maine Senate race candidate criticized for controversial statements about race, rape, and violence

FIFA World Cup 2026 hosting in United StatesRush band reunion concert with new drummer Annika PapadakisLive vocal performance limitations and authenticity
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Today, Explained

Today, Explained · Jun 10, 2026

Is Platner too “authentic”?

Maine oyster farmer and combat veteran running against Susan Collins; won primary with 72% despite multiple scandals

Political Authenticity ConstructionSenate Campaign StrategyVoter Tolerance for Scandal
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The Glenn Beck Program

The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 10, 2026

Beheading in Belfast: Is the UK on the Brink of Civil War? | 6/10/26

Maine Democratic Senate nominee with covered Nazi tattoo and allegations of controlling behavior toward women

Youth Identity Formation and Social Media InfluenceLoneliness Epidemic and Mental Health CrisisImmigration Policy and Public Safety
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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Jun 10, 2026

6/10/26: US Strikes Iran, Inflation Rises As Tech Stocks Fall, Platner Wins In Maine

Won Maine Democratic gubernatorial primary with 72% of vote; combat veteran running on populist anti-war platform

US-Iran Military Escalation and Apache Helicopter IncidentInflation Surge and CPI Data Analysis (4.2% May 2026)Trump's Contradictory Iran Policy and Madman Theory
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Up First from NPR

Up First from NPR · Jun 10, 2026

US & Iran Trade Retaliatory Strikes, Primary Results In Four States, ICE Funding Bill

Won Democratic nomination to challenge Senator Susan Collins in Maine primary

U.S.-Iran Military EscalationMiddle East Ceasefire NegotiationsImmigration Enforcement Funding
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The Headlines

The Headlines · Jun 10, 2026

Stray Drones Are Setting Off Alarms in Europe, and the U.S. Deports a World Cup Referee

Progressive newcomer who won Democratic Senate nomination despite troubling personal reports

US-Iran Military EscalationUkraine Drone Warfare StrategyNATO Air Defense Systems
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The Glenn Beck Program

The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 9, 2026

What Everybody Is Missing in the Karmelo Anthony Trial | Guest: Carla Sumarriva | 6/9/26

Frontrunner for Senate seat facing allegations of violence, extremist tattoos, and misconduct

Minnesota Welfare Fraud and Government AccountabilityCalifornia Mail-in Ballot System VulnerabilitiesWhistleblower Retaliation and Intimidation
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The Glenn Beck Program

The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 9, 2026

Best of the Program | 6/9/26

Subject of investigation for Nazi SS tattoo, communist ideology, violent rhetoric, and intimidating behavior toward women

Political Corruption and Fraud in MinnesotaWelfare Fraud and Government Oversight FailuresWhistleblower Retaliation and Institutional Intimidation
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The Headlines

The Headlines · Jun 9, 2026

The Holdup at the Center of the Iran Talks, and Trump’s Baseless New Claims of Voter Fraud

Marine veteran and oyster farmer running for Senate against Susan Collins; facing questions about past behavior

Iran-U.S. Peace NegotiationsIsrael-Iran Military EscalationStrait of Hormuz Reopening
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Up First from NPR

Up First from NPR · Jun 9, 2026

Israel And Iran Pull Back, Primaries In Four States, Trump's Election Fraud Claims

Expected Democratic nominee for Maine Senate race; combat veteran and oyster farmer

Israel-Iran Military EscalationU.S.-Iran Nuclear NegotiationsIsrael-Hezbollah Conflict in Lebanon
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The Daily

The Daily · Jun 9, 2026

Maine Votes as Graham Platner’s Past Poses New Conundrums

Oyster farmer and combat veteran running for U.S. Senate against Republican Susan Collins; facing multiple allegations

Democratic Primary Strategy and Candidate VettingOutsider Candidates vs. Establishment PoliticsPersonal Conduct and Political Disqualification Standards
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The Find Out Podcast

The Find Out Podcast · Jun 9, 2026

Trump Had A Huge Meltdown On Meet The Press & It Was So Good!

Maine Democratic Senate candidate facing allegations of inappropriate messages; maintaining voter support despite scandal

2020 Election Fraud Claims and Evidence StandardsMeet the Press Interview AnalysisCBS News Leadership Crisis
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Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Jun 8, 2026

Trump's “Little Excursion" in Iran Becomes a 100-Day Disaster

Maine Senate candidate facing domestic abuse allegations and tattoo controversy from New York Times investigation

Iran Nuclear Deal Negotiations and JCPOA RenegotiationU.S. Military Spending and Defense Budget EfficiencyAI Regulation vs. Government Ownership Stakes
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The NPR Politics Podcast

The NPR Politics Podcast · Jun 8, 2026

Will the controversy surrounding Platner deter primary voters?

Maine Democratic primary frontrunner facing multiple controversies including past Reddit comments, Nazi tattoo, and relationship allegations

Maine Democratic Primary ElectionGraham Platner Controversies and AllegationsSusan Collins Senate Reelection Campaign
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Pivot

Pivot · Jun 2, 2026

Anthropic's IPO, Platner's Campaign Controversies, and Blue Origin's Setback

Presumptive Democratic Senate candidate facing controversies over sexually explicit texts and Nazi tattoo; leading in polls vs Susan Collins

Campaign Crisis Communication StrategyAnthropic IPO and AI Startup ValuationsPolitical Candidate Personal Conduct Standards
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · Jun 2, 2026

Trump and Pod Save America Agree: JD Is Lame

Maine Senate primary frontrunner facing scandals including sexting allegations, Nazi tattoo, and Reddit posts

Trump's $1.8 billion January 6th rioter slush fund and judicial blockingIran nuclear negotiations and deal structureICE detention facility conditions and for-profit prison industry
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Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Jun 1, 2026

Trump’s Dumb Midterms Strategy and Platner’s Sexting Scandal

Democratic frontrunner facing scrutiny over sexting scandal but maintaining lead with 60% win probability

Midterm Election Strategy and MessagingTrump's Political Viability and Approval RatingsCalifornia Gubernatorial and Mayoral Races
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Up First from NPR

Up First from NPR · Jun 1, 2026

Can Graham Platner survive another controversy? | NPR’s Newsmakers

Presumptive Democratic nominee for US Senate from Maine, challenging incumbent Susan Collins; former Marine infantry officer and oyster farmer

Labor Union Coalition Building in Electoral PoliticsWealth Inequality and Billionaire Taxation PolicyAnti-Establishment Democratic Primary Campaigns
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The Michael Knowles Show

The Michael Knowles Show · Jun 1, 2026

Ep. 1985 - Two Democrats Exposed In MAJOR Sex Scandals

Maine Democratic Senate candidate exposed for sexting multiple women and maintaining profile on predatory app

Democratic Senate candidate sex scandals and campaign strategyPrimary election timing and candidate replacement mechanismsPolitical operative damage control and media coordination
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · May 29, 2026

Lis Smith: A Very Vengeful President

Unconventional candidate gaining traction by acknowledging past mistakes and connecting with voters directly

Iran Military Conflict and Gas Price ImpactDOJ Political Weaponization Against Trump Critics2026 Midterm Democratic Strategy and Candidate Recruitment
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The Megyn Kelly Show

The Megyn Kelly Show · May 26, 2026

Dems Celebrate George Floyd on Memorial Day, and AOC 2028 Rumblings, with Rich Lowry and Charles C.W. Cooke | Ep. 1325

Maine Republican candidate leading Susan Collins by 8 points despite controversial Reddit history mocking wounded soldier

George Floyd Legacy and 2020 BLM Riots AccountabilityDemocratic 2028 Presidential Primary DynamicsTrans Athletes in Women's Sports Policy
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The MeidasTouch Podcast

The MeidasTouch Podcast · May 26, 2026

MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 5/26/26

Highlighted for effective working-class economic messaging resonating with voters

Trump Memorial Day Rhetoric and Disrespect to Fallen SoldiersWhite House Ballroom Construction and Federal Funding ControversyIran Nuclear Negotiations and Abraham Accords Preconditions
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The Daily

The Daily · May 16, 2026

Graham Platner’s Plan to Dethrone Susan Collins — and the Democratic Establishment

Progressive 41-year-old candidate running against Susan Collins for U.S. Senate from Maine

Anti-establishment Democratic primary challengesGrassroots organizing vs. establishment political infrastructureDemocratic Party theory of power and governance strategy
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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 7, 2026

Victor Davis Hanson: Nazi Tattoos Used to Be Taboo—Now They’re in the Democratic Party

Maine Senate candidate with Nazi tattoo history, communist social media posts, and 100% disability status while running for office

Maine Senate race and Graham Platner candidacyNazi tattoo controversy and Democratic Party standardsVoter registration fraud and noncitizen voting
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · May 3, 2026

Bernie vs. the Robots

Maine gubernatorial candidate who benefited from Janet Mills' withdrawal, running against Susan Collins

AI Safety and Existential Risk RegulationInternational AI Governance and Nuclear Arms Treaty ModelsCampaign Finance Reform and Super PAC Influence
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Political Gabfest

Political Gabfest · Apr 2, 2026

"Subject to the Jurisdiction Thereof"

Oyster farmer leading Maine Democratic primary despite controversial past statements about women

Birthright Citizenship Constitutional Challenge14th Amendment Jurisdiction Clause InterpretationIran War Economic Impact and Oil Prices
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · Mar 1, 2026

1128: Graham Platner Isn't Backing Down

Democratic Senate candidate in Maine primary against Governor Janet Mills; former Marine with four combat tours

Economic Populism and Anti-Oligarchy PoliticsLabor Union Organizing and Worker PowerSingle-Payer Healthcare and Medicare for All
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The Matt Walsh Show

The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 7, 2026

Ep. 1713 - The Somali Daycare Scam Is Just The Tip Of The Iceberg. The Truth Will Shock You

Maine Democratic Senate candidate with 100% VA disability rating while working full-time as oyster farmer and harbormaster

Somali Daycare Fraud in MinnesotaMedicaid Fraud and Autism ClaimsVA Disability Benefits Fraud
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The New Yorker Radio Hour

The New Yorker Radio Hour · Dec 19, 2025

Graham Platner Is Staying in the Race

Democratic candidate for Maine Senate seat, military veteran, oyster farmer, and subject of the interview

Democratic Primary Strategy in MaineWorking-Class Economic Anxiety and Political RepresentationMilitary Veterans in Electoral Politics
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